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We need more information about why you didn't like programming. Assuming that you need a job now as opposed to in four years, your best bet is likely something along the lines of technical sales or something else where you can use your work history to your benefit.

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Pretty much what I know of sales is from The Office and Glengarry Glen Ross. What's a day in the life of that usually like?

Technical sales (or Sales Engineer) work can vary a lot. If you're working for a regional VAR much of your interaction may be on the phone, but working for an Enterprise Software vendor you'll often find yourself on a plane heading to and from the customer's location to gather requirements and make presentations in person. YMMV.

BTW, you might also consider working for one of the big consulting outfits, especially if travel is appealing to you, as an alternative to temporary contract work.

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